Matrix R3x-01 Owner's Manual

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CHAPTER 1: IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PAGES

1.1 Read and Save These Instructions .................................................................. 01

1.2 Setting up the Cycle ...................................................................................... 01

1.3 Installation Requirements .............................................................................. 01

1.4 Preventative Maintenance and Cleaning Tips ................................................... 01

CHAPTER 2: ADJUSTING THE SEAT

2.1 Recumbent Seat Height ....................................................................................... 02

2.2 Upright Seat Height ............................................................................................. 02

2.3 Hybrid Seat Height ............................................................................................... 02

CHAPTER 3: PLACEMENT OF SERIAL NUMBER ON CYCLES

3.1 Recumbent Cycle ................................................................................................ 02

3.2 Upright Cycle ...................................................................................................... 02

3.3 Hybrid Cycle .......................................................................................................... 02

CHAPTER 4: USING THE UPRIGHT, RECUMBENT OR HYBRID CYCLE™

4.1 Console Description ............................................................................................... 03

4.2 Manual Operation .................................................................................................. 03

4.3 Operating Level Based Programs ............................................................................. 03

4.4 User Defined Programs - Random ............................................................................ 03

4.5 Fit Test ................................................................................................................. 04

4.6 Heart Rate Control ................................................................................................. 05

4.7 Constant Watts ...................................................................................................... 05

CHAPTER 5: RECUMBENT CYCLE SPECIFICATIONS, PARTS AND ASSEMBLY GUILDS

5.1 R3x Recumbent Cycle Specifications ....................................................................... 06

5.2 Fasteners and Assembly Tools ................................................................................. 07

5.3 Assembly Steps ................................................................................................... 08

5.4 Optional Entertainment Accessory ........................................................................... 11

CHAPTER 6: UPRIGHT CYCLE SPECIFICATIONS, PARTS & ASSEMBLY GUIDES

6.1 U3x Upright Cycle Specifications ............................................................................ 12

6.2 Fasteners and Assembly Tools ................................................................................. 13

6.3 Assembly Steps ................................................................................................... 14

6.4 Optional Entertainment Accessory ........................................................................... 17

CHAPTER 7: HYBRID CYCLE™ SPECIFICATIONS, PARTS & ASSEMBLY GUIDES

7.1 H3x Hybrid Cycle™ Specifications ............................................................................ 18

7.2 Fasteners and Assembly Tools ................................................................................. 19

7.3 Assembly Steps ................................................................................................... 20

7.4 Optional Entertainment Accessory ........................................................................... 23

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READ AND SAVE
THESE INTRUCTIONS

• This cycle is intended for commercial use

• To insure your safety and protect the equipment, read all instructions

before operating the MATRIX Cycle.

• Unsupervised Children must be kept away from this equipment

When using an electrical product, basic precautions should always be
followed, including the following:

• Always unplug this equipment from the electrical outlet immediately after

using and before cleaning.

Your MATRIX cycle is self-generating (requiring no external power source)
and must be pedaled to power up the console.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electrical shock or

injury to persons that may be associated with using this product:

• An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in.
Unplug the entertainment equipment from outlet when not in
use and before putting on or taking off parts.

• This product must be used for its intended purpose described
in this Owner’s Guide. Do not use other attachments that are

not recommended by the manufacturer. Attachments may
cause injury.

• To prevent electrical shock, never drop or insert any object

into any opening.

• Do not remove side covers. Service should only be done by an

authorized service technician.

• Never operate the Cycle with the air opening blocked. Keep
the air opening clean, free, of lint, hair and the like.

• Never operate the product if it has a damaged cord or plug, if
it is not working properly, if it has been damaged, or immersed
in water. Return the unit to a service center for examination and repair.

• Do not carry this unit by entertainment equipment poser cord

or use cord as handle.

• Keep any of the entertainment equipment power cords away

from heated surfaces

• Keep hands and loose clothing away from moving parts.

• Close supervision is necessary when the Cycle is used by or

near children or disabled persons.

• Do not use outdoors.

• Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used
or where oxygen is being administered.

• Connect this Cycle to a properly grounded outlet only.

• To disconnect, turn all entertainment controls to the off
position, then remove plug from outlet.

CAUTION: If you experience chest pain, nausea, dizziness or

shortness of breath, STOP exercising immediately and consult a
physician before continuing.

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mportant Safety Instructions

1.2 SETTING UP THE CYCLE

Assembly instructions have been provided with your Cycle. For your safety,
please read and follow each of the steps in the assembly guide.

1.3 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Your Matrix Cycle is designed to be self contained and does not require a

power supply to operate.

CAUTION: Use of the wrong power supply for the entertain-

ment device may cause damage to your Cycle and/or entertainment device.

Locate a level, stable surface to position the Cycle. The Cycle has level­ing feet located under the foot support and the center of the frame. If your

Cycle wobbles in the location where you intended to use it, loosen the lock
nut to the adjusting foot and adjust the feet until stable. Once level, lock
the adjusting feet by tightening the lock nut to the frame.

1.4 PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING TIPS

Preventative maintenance and daily cleaning will prolong the life and look of

your Matrix Cycle.

Please read and follow these tips:

• Position the equipment away from direct sunlight. The intense UV light can

cause discoloration of plastics.

• Locate your equipment in an area with cool temperatures and low humidity

• Clean with a soft, 100% cotton cloth

• Clean with soap and water or other non-ammonia based all

purpose cleaners.

• Wipe seats, handles, heart rate grips and handlebars clean after each use.

• Do not pour liquids directly onto your equipment. This can cause damage

to the equipment and in some cases electrocution.

• Check pedal safety straps weekly for wear.

• Adjust leveling feet when equipment wobbles or rocks.

• Maintain a clean area around equipment free from dust and dirt.

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SERIAL #

PLACEMENT

SERIAL #

PLACEMENT

SERIAL #

PLACEMENT

3.1 RECUMBENT CYCLE

3.2 UPRIGHT CYCLE

3.3 HYBRID CYCLE

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erial number location

2.1 RECUMBENT SEAT HEIGHT

To adjust the seat height on the Recumbent Cycle, locate the yellow lever

under the right side of the seat before you mount the Cycle. Place your right

hand on the yellow adjustment handle under the right side of the seat. Place
feet on the ground while seated and slide forward if needed. Place feet on
pedals, gently lift lever under the right side of the seat. Using legs, slowly
push and slide the seat up or down to desired position. Release lever and
allow to lock into place.

2.2 UPRIGHT SEAT HEIGHT

To adjust the seat height on the Upright Cycle, locate the yellow pull pin
before you mount the Cycle. To raise or lower the seat, pull the yellow knob
while holding the seat with the other hand and slide up or down accordingly.
Make sure you are not seated when you pull the knob or pull the seat up.

2.3 HYBRID SEAT HEIGHT

To adjust the seat height on the Hybrid Cycle, pull the yellow lever under the
seat and lower the seat to the lowest position, stand over the seat and grab
the yellow lever. Pull the lever and lift until the seat base makes contact with

your pelvic bone.

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sing the recumbent, upright or hybrid cycle

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4.1 CONSOLE DESCRIPTION

PROGRAMS: Simple program selection buttons make Matrix Cycles easy to

use. Matrix Cycles feature eight programs.

START/QUICK START: One Touch Quick Start and Start any time during pref-

erence selection.

UP/DOWN: Easy information and level selection.

SELECT/SELECT SCREEN/ RESET: This multi-function button enters informa-

tion when setting up programming options, toggles information displayed and
if held down for 5 seconds, resets the Cycle to Start-up mode.

4.2 MANUAL OPERATION

QUICK START: start pedaling and press “START” to being your workout. All

energy expenditure values will be calculated using the default
weight measurement.

MANUAL MODE: Manual is a workout that allows you to manually adjust the

resistance at any time. The manual workout also contains a setup screen
which allows you to input your weight to help calculate a more accurate

caloric burn rate.

• Press “MANUAL”.

• Enter your desired “TIME” using the ARROW KEYS or NUMBER KEYPAD

and press ENTER.

• Enter your desired “LEVEL” using the ARROW KEYS or NUMBER
KEYPAD and press ENTER.

• Enter your “WEIGHT” using the ARROW KEYS or NUMBER KEYPAD and
press ENTER.

4.3 OPERATING LEVEL BASED PROGRAMS

Your Matrix Cycle offers versatile programs to keep the user motivated.
The following instructions will guide you through the simple steps to select
Intervals, Rolling, Fat Burn and Random workouts.

• Press the Workout Button of choice.

• Enter your desired “TIME” using the ARROW KEYS or NUMBER KEYPAD

and press ENTER.

• Enter your desired “LEVEL” using the ARROW KEYS or NUMBER
KEYPAD and press ENTER.

• Enter your “WEIGHT” using the ARROW KEYS or NUMBER KEYPAD and
press ENTER.

4.4 USER DEFINED PROGRAMS - RANDOM

RANDOM - there are 20 workout profiles in RANDOM mode. Profile will change

each time RANDOM key is pressed. Select a workout profile, follow user
informantion prompts or press QUICK START key to begin.

STEP 1: Select the PROGRAM button.

Press SELECT or wait 5 seconds.
Selecting START will start program.

STEP 2: Select TIME by using the UP or DOWN arrow keys.
Press SELECT or wait 5 seconds.
Selecting START will start program.

STEP 3: Select LEVEL by using the UP or DOWN arrow keys.
You can change the level at any time during workout.
Press SELECT or wait 5 seconds.
Selecting START will start program.

STEP 4: Select weight by using the UP or DOWN arrow keys.
Press START or SELECT to begin workout.

Display, Starting 3, Starting 2, Starting 1.

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4.5 FIT TEST

This test measures cardiovascular fitness and proves an estimated

sub-maximal VO2 result. It is based on power output according to ACSM
standards and was developed by the Cooper Institute
(© www.cooperinstitute.org)

User RPMs must remain between 60-80 RPM during the test.

The test will end when the user can no longer maintain this speed. Use of a

heart rate strap is optional but provides more data.

The test starts at a low intensity level and gradually increases in intensity
(difficulty) every 2 minutes. As it increases, the user must maintain 60­80RPM to advance to the next level. The test could take upwards of 30+

minutes for very fit individuals. Once the test ends a recovery period (cool

down) will begin and the user’s results are calculated and displayed. Results
are based on the following:

10-20% - Well Below Average
30-40% - Below Average
50% - Average
60-70% - Above Average
80-90% - Well Above Average

Percentile Values for Maximal Aerobic Power

Age

Percentile 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60+

Men

90 51.4 50.4 48.2 45.3 42.5

80 48.2 46.8 44..1 41.0 38.1

70 46.8 44.6 41.8 38.5 35.3

60 44.2 42.4 39.9 36.7 33.6

50 42.5 41.0 38.1 35..2 31.8

40 41.0 38.9 36.7 33.8 39.2

30 39.5 37.4 35.1 32.3 28.7

20 37.1 35.4 33.0 30.2 26.5

10 34.5 32.5 30.9 28.0 23.1

Women

90 44.2 41.0 39.5 35.2 35.2

80 41.0 38.6 36.3 32.3 31.2

70 38.1 36.7 33.8 30.9 29.4

60 36.7 34.6 32.3 29.4 27.2

50 35.2 33.8 30.9 28.2 25.8

40 33.8 32.3 29.5 26.9 24.5

30 32.3 30.5 28.3 25.5 23.8

20 30.6 28.7 26.5 24.3 22.8

10 28.4 26.5 25.1 22.3 20.8

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4.6 HEART RATE CONTROL

Your Matrix Cycle offers a heart rate control workout mode. The heart rate
control workout mode allows the user to program their desired heart rate
zone and the cycle will adjust the resistance automatically based on the
user’s heart rate. The heart rate zone is calculated using the following equa­tion: (220-Age)*% = target heart rate zone. The user must wear a telemetric

heart rate monitor or continually hold onto the contact heart rate grips for

this workout.

• Press “TARGET HEART RATE”.

• Enter your “AGE” using the ARROW KEYS or NUMBER KEYPAD and

press ENTER.

• Enter your desired percentage of maximum heart rate using the ARROW
KEYS or NUMBER KEYPAD and press ENTER.

• Enter your desired “TIME” using the ARROW KEYS or NUMBER KEYPAD
and press ENTER.

• Enter your “WEIGHT” using the ARROW KEYS or NUMBER KEYPAD and
press ENTER (user weight is used to calculate the caloric expenditure

during the workout).

4.7 CONSTANT WATTS

CONSTANT WATTS workout is a unique program that allows you to vary
your cadence or RPM and the Cycle’s resistance will adjust accordingly to
your selected goal. The quicker you pedal the less resistance for the goal

selected.

• Press “CONSTANT WATTS”

• Enter your desired “WATT” using the ARROW KEYS or NUMBER KEYPAD
and press ENTER (25 – 525).

• Enter your desired “TIME” using the ARROW KEYS or NUMBER KEYPAD

and press ENTER.

• Enter your “WEIGHT” using the ARROW KEYS or NUMBER KEYPAD and
press ENTER.

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